MDCC Art Appreciation ART 1113 Final Exam Part I

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What is the art and science of designing and constructing buildings for aesthetic and symbolic purposes?

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Architecture

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What does 'Renaissance' mean?

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Rebirth

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What does 'Sfumato' refer to in art?

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Smoky, haziness that softens outlines.

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What is the term for the break between the Catholic and Orthodox churches?

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Great Schism

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What is Egyptian picture writing called?

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Hieroglyphics

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What is the technique of creating the illusion of depth and volume in painting called?

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Chiaroscuro.

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What is the term for a painting technique that uses light and shadow to create a three-dimensional effect?

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Trompe l’oeil.

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What is the significance of the Great Schism in art history?

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It marked a division that influenced religious art and architecture.

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What is the primary focus of art appreciation?

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Understanding and valuing the aesthetic and cultural significance of art.

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What is the role of symbolism in art?

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To convey deeper meanings and messages beyond the visual representation.